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Re: [Security] First practical attack on WPA (Mathematical breakthrough)



On Sun, Nov 09, 2008 at 02:26:46AM +1300, Chris Bannister wrote:
> Hi,
> 
> Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water ...
> 
> http://www.itworld.com/security/57285/once-thought-safe-wpa-wi-fi-encryption-cracked

http://arstechnica.com/articles/paedia/wpa-cracked.ars

"The reports earlier today on WPA's TKIP key type being cracked were
incorrect. [...] Don't believe the hype, but the exploit is still
notable."

-- 
Chris.
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I contend that we are both atheists. I just believe in one fewer god
than you do. When you understand why you dismiss all the other
possible gods, you will understand why I dismiss yours.
                                           -- Stephen F Roberts


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